The best things to do in The Bayou

6 things to do we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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CAJUNDOME & Convention Center

Entertainment

Home basketball arena for the University of Louisiana and venue for concerts, conventions, and other events.

444 Cajundome Blvd (Lafayette)

“Home basketball arena for the University of Louisiana and venue for concerts, conventions, and other events.”

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Oakbourne Country Club

Entertainment

Private, family-oriented club featuring a golf course, tennis courts, pool, and dining.

3700 E Simcoe St (Lafayette)

“Private, family-oriented club featuring a golf course, tennis courts, pool, and dining.”

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Breakin' The Code

Entertainment

Breakin' The Code is Houma's escape room destination offering clever, story-driven challenges like Pop's Diner, The Mineshaft and Dead End…

279 Enterprise Dr #102 (Houma)

“Breakin' The Code is Houma's escape room destination offering clever, story-driven challenges like Pop's Diner, The Mineshaft and Dead End that turn group texts into actual teamwork. Round up your crew this week, crack puzzles, and earn bragging rights the fun way.”

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Ellendale Country Club

Entertainment

Ellendale Country Club pairs a breezy 18-hole course with tennis, swimming, and a restaurant turning out legit-good lunch, dinner, and…

3319 LA-311 (Houma)

“Ellendale Country Club pairs a breezy 18-hole course with tennis, swimming, and a restaurant turning out legit-good lunch, dinner, and Sunday brunch. Planning ahead this week? It’s also a solid pick for weddings or reunions, with event catering that lets you relax and actually enjoy the party.”

From the The Bayou newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Bayou Terrebonne Waterlife Museum

Entertainment

Small waterfront museum with exhibits on bayou-related industries, plus a gift shop & back porch.

7910 Park Ave (Houma)

“Small waterfront museum with exhibits on bayou-related industries, plus a gift shop & back porch.”

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Da Swamp

Entertainment

Amusement center with trampolines and an arcade, plus dodgeball and massage chairs.

2764 Coteau Rd (Houma)

“Amusement center with trampolines and an arcade, plus dodgeball and massage chairs.”

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